How To Fix H1706 - FM area changes during validity period of account assignment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: H1 - Messages Used in HR Funds and Position Management

• Message number: 706

• Message text: FM area changes during validity period of account assignment

What causes this issue?

The company code defined in infotype 1008 changes during the validity
period in question. This will also result in a change in FM area.
Since you have already activated integration between Funds Management
and HR Funds and Position Management, the entire organizational
structure (including all holders of positions in the organizational
structure) must belong to the same FM area.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message H1706 - FM area changes during validity period of account assignment ?

  The SAP error message H1706, which states "FM area changes during validity period of account assignment," typically occurs in the context of Funds Management (FM) when there are inconsistencies in the account assignment related to the Fund Management area. This error indicates that there is a conflict between the validity periods of the account assignment and the Fund Management area.
  Cause:
  
  Validity Period Mismatch: The error usually arises when an account assignment is being processed (e.g., during a posting) and the FM area associated with that account assignment has changed during the validity period. This can happen if the FM area was modified or if the account assignment was incorrectly set up.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Funds Management settings, such as incorrect assignment of FM areas to the relevant cost centers or internal orders.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can also lead to this issue, especially if the user is trying to post to an account assignment that has been changed or is no longer valid.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Validity Periods: Review the validity periods of the account assignments and ensure that they align with the FM area settings. Make sure that the account assignment you are trying to use is valid for the FM area in question.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the Funds Management module. Ensure that the FM areas are correctly assigned to the relevant cost centers, internal orders, or other account assignments.
  Correct Account Assignment: If the account assignment is incorrect, update it to reflect the correct FM area that is valid for the transaction you are trying to post.
  Transaction History: Look into the transaction history to see if there were any recent changes made to the FM area or account assignments that could have triggered this error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling this error in your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FMAVCR01 (for checking FM area assignments) or KSB1 (for displaying cost center line items) to investigate the issue further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to make changes to account assignments and FM areas.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in Funds Management.